General News
4 May, 2023
Cheer squad at ready for resilience run
POM POMS will be fluttering in the morning air at Bridgewater on Sunday and cow bells and clappers clanging as hundreds of people take part in the second Run for Resilience. Organisers of the rural community and wellbeing initiative have been...
POM POMS will be fluttering in the morning air at Bridgewater on Sunday and cow bells and clappers clanging as hundreds of people take part in the second Run for Resilience.
Organisers of the rural community and wellbeing initiative have been recruiting “official encouragers” to line the routes from 8am.
Claire Harrison said more ambitious participants would run a 21km course from Inglewood to Bridgewater.
But it will be Fitty’s Five that is again expected to attract the most runners, joggers, walkers and strollers on a course along the Loddon River.
Dedicated to Lesley Morrison who tragically lost her life in 2021, Fitty’s Five course starts and finishes at Bridgewater recreation reserve.
“Lesley found a way around any obstacle and never quit - resilient and an inspiration always,” said Claire.
She said Run for Resilience was for all fitness levels.
“We encourage everyone to have a go. And for those who want to be active spectators, come along with your pom poms, cow bells and clappers to show support and encouragement.”
Sunday’s celebration of rural resilience will also feature healthy living displays and live entertainment as participants complete the course.